Pride is the Point: You've Already Done the Hard Part (Ep. 151)

EPISODE TITLE:

Pride Is the Point: You’ve Already Done the Hard Part | Jim’s Take #151

DESCRIPTION

We’re surrounded by pressure to “move forward” at all costs—new goals, new challenges, new technologies. But what if the secret to knowing what’s next… is looking back?

In this episode of Jim’s Take, executive coach and speaker Jim Frawley challenges you to reclaim pride—not the arrogant kind, but the personal, powerful kind that reminds you what you’re capable of.

Jim introduces a tool he calls the “Posdoc”—a personal highlight reel of achievements, meaningful compliments, and proud moments that help anchor you during uncertainty and motivate you through change.

Whether you’re navigating a career pivot, battling imposter syndrome, or just trying to figure out what really matters, this episode will reconnect you with your own story—and show you how to use it as fuel.

You’ve already done the hard part. Now it’s time to own it.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• Why most people avoid taking credit for their accomplishments (and how it hurts them)
• How hustle culture and false humility sabotage your ability to lead
• How to build your Posdoc—a document of powerful proof that reminds you who you are
• How to use pride as a compass for making your next move with purpose
• Real-life stories about pride, personal wins, and the unexpected power of compliments

TOOLS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• The Posdoc – Your personal proof of capability (explained in depth)
• Thought prompts: "What have I done that I’m genuinely proud of?"
• Mindset exercise: Take 5 minutes to write down 5 wins—big or small

WHO THIS EPISODE IS FOR:

• Executives and professionals seeking clarity during transition
• Individuals feeling overwhelmed by AI, automation, or rapid change
• People battling imposter syndrome or burnout
• Coaches, creatives, and leaders ready to reconnect with their own value

RELEVANT KEYWORDS & PHRASES:

• How to use pride as motivation
• Overcoming imposter syndrome
• Executive coaching tools for self-confidence
• Self-awareness during career transition
• Personal growth after layoffs
• Building self-worth in uncertain times
• Realistic positivity podcast
• Self-reflection and personal leadership

CONNECT WITH JIM:

Instagram / Twitter / TikTok: @jimfrawleyny

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimfrawley

Website & Coaching Inquiries: https://www.jimfrawley.com

CALL TO ACTION:

This week’s challenge:

Write down 5 things you’re proud of. Start your Posdoc.

Then tell one person. Say it out loud.

You’ve done more than you think. Start acting like it.